The Lake Michigan Coastal Program will be sponsoring Coast Week 2008 September 5-14. The Coastal Program and several other organizations are working together to sponsor a wide variety of events to celebrate the diversity and splendor of the Lake Michigan coastal region. Events include the Denis Sullivan Sail, the Gary Clean Water Celebration at Marquette Park, an informative hike of historical interest through the Indiana Dunes, and the Michigan City Eco-Fit Challenge, just to name a few. Wherever you're interests lie, there is sure to be an activity or two that you'll find interesting and exciting. We look forward to sharing the wonders of our Lake Michigan Coastal Region with you!
| Event Name |
| Denis Sullivan - Exploring Indiana Maritime History |
| Event Description |
The Denis Sullivan schooner will be in port as part of the Indiana Coast Week activities. The Sullivan is normally docked in Milwaukee. All events are free of charge courtesy of the LMCP and NOAA grant funding. Deck Tours are open to the public. Day Sails require advanced registration as the ship has a 50 person capacity. There will be 35 reservations for each Day Sail slot and 15 slots held in reserve for walk up registrations day of. *Day Sails are weather dependent. Please wear appropriate attire.
Please check the Lake Michigan Coastal Program website for availability of sail dates and times.
* Please check the Lake Michigan Coastal Program website for weather conditions/ sail information. Day of the event, the sail information may be obtained by calling (317) 233-0132. |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR - Lake Michigan Coastal Program |
| Contact Person |
| Jenni Newman |
| Contact Information |
| jnewman@dnr.in.gov 317-234-3985 |
| Event Date |
| 9/5-9/7 |
| Event Time |
Sail times:
Registrations for 15 walk-ups will be available the day of each sail and will be filled on a first come basis.
9/5: 4PM-6PM (BOOKED UP)
9/6: 9AM-11AM & 4PM-6PM (BOOKED UP)
9/7: 9AM-11AM & 12PM-2PM (BOOKED UP)
Deck Tours:
9/5: 12PM-3PM
9/6: 12PM-3PM
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| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| Yes - boat sails, No - Open Deck tours |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - casual. |
| Location |
| Michigan City, Washington Park - along Trail Creek |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in Great Lakes Maritime History and ecology. Ages 3 and above. |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) After touring the ship, 80% of participants will be able to identify a Great Lakes Schooner and describe two characteristic features. 2) After hearing the introductory presentation 75% of participants will be able to identify the Lake Michigan Coastal Program logo and state the source of program funding. |
| Event Name |
| Gary's 4th Annual Water Quality Celebration |
| Event Description |
| The Gary Storm Water Management District (GSWMD) in collaboration with the City of Gary Department of Environmental Affairs and the Gary Parks Department is hosting the Fourth Annual Clean Water Celebration on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Marquette Park Lagoons - Area 5, Gary, Indiana starting at 10:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to a day long event that will include a press conference at 10:30 a.m. and lots of fun and educational activities for youth and adults to include free canoe training and canoe rides, fishing education, environmental booth/exhibits, visual presentations, art contest, face painting, and entertainment. Everyone who pledges for clean water will receive a free gift. |
| Event Sponsor |
| Gary Sanitary District/ Gary Storm Water Management District and City of Gary Parks Department and Environmental Affairs |
| Contact Person |
| Dorreen Carey Brenda Scott-Henry |
| Contact Information |
| Dcarey@ci.gary.in.us HenryB@ci.gary.in.us (219) 882-3000 |
| Event Date |
| 9/6/08 |
| Event Time |
| 10am - 4pm CST |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No |
| Recommended Attire |
| Casual |
| Location |
| Marquette Park - Area 5 near the East Lagoon |
| Target Audience |
| Youth and Adults |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
This event is part of The Gary Storm Water Management District's Storm Water Public Education and Outreach Program. Storm water run off can cause water pollution when oil, gasoline, fertilizer, pesticides, and pet and animal waste are washed off streets and lawns by rain and melted snow.
Our project objective is to reduce the impacts of storm water pollution emphasizing that everyone can take small steps to avoid contributing to the build up of waste materials on the land in our communities. These include the correct handling of garbage and household hazardous waste such as used batteries, electronics, and paint thinner, proper lawn care practices, and auto and septic system maintenance in our homes and neighborhoods.
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| Additional Information |
| Sponsorship, booth display and presentation opportunities are welcomed and available to organizations seeking to increase the public involvement and participation in water quality, natural resources, and activities. |
| Event Name |
| Dunes History Hike |
| Event Description |
| As part of the Indiana Dunes State Park "History Comes Alive Weekend", special tours will be offered to highlight the unique history of the Indiana Dunes. Topics range from Native American Camps, Civil War Guard Towers, and early settlement towns. The hike will end at a special French fur trading re-enactment provided by the Ouitotenon Brigade at the state park beach. Total hike time approx 1 hour. |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR- SPR- Indiana Dunes State Park |
| Contact Person |
| Brad Bumgardner |
| Contact Information |
| Bbumgardner@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/6/08 |
| Event Time |
| 11am (CDT) |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No- open to all |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - casual. |
| Location |
| Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in the unique history of the Indiana Dunes. |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) after the hike visitors will be able to cite 3 major historical happennings that occurred along the lake michigan coastline. 2) Participants will be able to cite 2 of the major fur species sought by early French fur trading parties along the Lake Michigan coastline during the late 1700s and early 1800s. |
| Additional Information |
| Program co-advertised through park interpretive program schedule. |
| Event Name |
| The INShape Walk |
| Event Description |
| The INShape walk is part of
Gov. Daniel's INShape Indiana program. On September 6, we meet at the
Beach Pavilion for a 2 mile healthy walk into the high dunes and back.
We pass Mt Tom before returning along the beach. Participants can print
off a free coupon into the park that day by going to www.INSHAPE.in.gov. The hike begins at 10am,
and free t shirts and water bottles are provided to participants. |
| Event Sponsor |
| Indiana Dunes SP |
| Contact Person |
| Brad Bumgardner |
| Contact Information |
| Bbumgardner@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/6/2008 |
| Event Time |
| 10:00AM |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No |
| Recommended Attire |
| Comfortable
clothing appropriate for a healthy walk |
| Location |
| Dunes
State Park - Beach Pavilion |
| Target Audience |
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| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
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| Additional Information |
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| Event Name |
| Tragedy Beneath the Waves |
| Event Description |
| Just beyond the shores of Indiana Dunes State Park lies one of the most tragic shipwreck disasters in Indiana waters. This indoor program will introduce visitors to the story of the J.D. Marshall. Real artifacts will be used, and an optional car pool tour to point out where she lies will be offered. |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR- SPR- Indiana Dunes State Park |
| Contact Person |
| Brad Bumgardner |
| Contact Information |
| Bbumgardner@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/7/08 |
| Event Time |
| 2pm (CDT) |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No- open to all |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - casual. |
| Location |
| Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in the unique history of the Indiana Dunes. |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) After the program, 95% of the visitors will know what ship was the largest disaster in Indiana waters. 2) 50% will know the captain's name of the J.D. Marshall. 3) 25% will pick up additional brochures and handouts regarding the J.D. Marshall. 4) 50% will take the optional car pool tour to the beach afterwards. |
| Additional Information |
| Program co-advertised through park interpretive program schedule. |
| Event Name |
| Go with the Flow--Get to Know Our Indiana Coastal Resources |
| Event Description |
| Purdue University’s seminar series will feature speaker Todd Nettesheim, US EPA Region 5 and cover Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products: The Impact on Our Water Systems. |
| Event Sponsor |
| Purdue Calumet, Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources |
| Contact Person |
| Leslie Dorworth, Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant aquatic ecology specialist |
| Contact Information |
| 219-989-2726 or dorworth@calumet.purdue.edu. |
| Event Date |
| 9/10/2008 |
| Event Time |
| 6:30 PM |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No |
| Recommended Attire |
| NA |
| Location |
| Purdue University Calumet - Calumet Conference Center |
| Target Audience |
| Interested individuals |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
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| Additional Information |
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| Event Name |
| Native Seed Collection |
| Event Description |
| Native seed collection in a remnant prairie |
| Event Sponsor |
| Save the Dunes Conservation Fund |
| Contact Person |
| Carol Cook |
| Contact Information |
| carol@savedunes.org |
| Event Date |
| 9/11/08 |
| Event Time |
| 10 am to 11 am |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| yes |
| Recommended Attire |
| long pants |
| Location |
| 29th Avenue and State Street in Lake Station, IN 46405 |
| Target Audience |
| Those interested in native plants and seeds |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| Participants will understand why native plants are important. |
| Additional Information |
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| Event Name |
| The Care and Feeding of an Indiana State Park |
| Event Description |
| The Indiana Dunes State Park works to protect the natural and cultural resources in the park. This hike will explore some of the resource management techniques used in the park to protect and restore the natural landscape. |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR- SPR- Indiana Dunes State Park |
| Contact Person |
| Brad Bumgardner |
| Contact Information |
| Bbumgardner@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/11/08 |
| Event Time |
| 10am (CDT) |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No- open to all |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - casual. |
| Location |
| Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in the natural features of the state park, as well as stewardship work done in the park to maintain it for future generations |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) After the hike, visitors will be able to cite 3 resource management techniques used at the Indiana Dunes State Park. |
| Additional Information |
| Program co-advertised through park interpretive program schedule. |
| Event Name |
| Birds of the Indiana Dunes |
| Event Description |
| More birds can be found in the Indiana Dunes then in any other area of Indiana. These migrants use Lake Michigan's north-south orientation to migrate to the lower Midwest. This movement has been coined as the "funnel effect". Renowned birder and author Ken Brock will present a special program highlighting the birds of this area and the birding opportunities that exist along the Indiana Dunes |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR- SPR- Indiana Dunes State Park and the Northwest Indiana Migratory Bird Association |
| Contact Person |
| Brad Bumgardner |
| Contact Information |
| Bbumgardner@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/12/08 |
| Event Time |
| 7pm (CDT) |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| No- open to all |
| Recommended Attire |
| Indoor program, casual attire |
| Location |
| Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in birding opportunties at the Dunes |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) 50% of individuals will be able to cite the number of bird species seen at the Indiana Dunes. 2) 25% will sign up for a Saturday morning bird hike offering (among several hike offerings available to them). |
| Additional Information |
| Program co-advertised through park interpretive program |
| Event Name |
| Calumet Prairie Guided Tour |
| Event Description |
| Calumet Prairie is a 141 acre natural area preserving high quaility wet sand prairie and marsh plant communities. Calumet Prairie is owned by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Nature Preserves and is home to a few plant and animal species. Recently, a Lake Michigan Coastal Program grant was used to restore 15 acres of wet prairie habitat at Calumet Prairie. The hike will focus on prairie plants and the restoration work that has begun at Calumet Prairie |
| Event Sponsor |
| IDNR - Division of Nature Preserves |
| Contact Person |
| Derek Nimetz |
| Contact Information |
| dnimetz@dnr.IN.gov |
| Event Date |
| 9/13/08 |
| Event Time |
| 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| Yes, rsvp is required |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - long pants, sturdy shoes or boots, a hat |
| Location |
| Calumet Prairie, Lake Station, Old Hobart Road |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals interested in prairies, ecology, native plants, and/or hiking |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| 1) After hiking at Calumet Prairie, participants will be able to identify 1 native and 1 invasive plant. 2) After hiking at Calumet Prairie, particpants will be able to list 2 treats to prairies in the Lake Michigan Coastal Region. 3) After hiking at Calumet Prairie, particpants will describe why prairies are special places to be preserved. |
| Additional Information |
| Calumet Prairie does not have restrooms or drinking water. Please, bring drinking water to the hike. |
| Event Name |
| Michigan City Eco-Fit Challenge |
| Event Description |
| Join us at one of the most unique adventure races in the United States. The Inaugural Michigan City Eco-Fit Challenge is a one of a kind, environmentally friendly, multi-sport event that will give participants the chance to run, paddle and spike into the sunset. Run 8K in the scenic Michigan City coastal region, paddle 16K on Lake Michigan, canoe or kayak the Trail Creek tributary, and play beach volleyball on the sands of one of the magnificent Great Lakes. Both experienced competitors as well as novice recreational participants are welcome. Multi-Sports events include the Michigan City Biathlon - Run & Kayak and the Crazy Tri - Run, Paddle, & Play Volleyball. Single sports include the 16th annual Tower Run, Ride the Wave Regatta Canoe & Kayak Races, the Spike to Sunset Volleyball Tournament, and the Trail Creek Fun Float non-competitive Canoe & Kayak float. Local environmental organizations as well as other supporters will have information booths at the JC Stage throughout the day to tell everyone about what they do. |
| Event Sponsor |
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| Contact Person |
| Dan Plath, Ryan Bos, Al Walus, Ross Balling |
| Contact Information |
| ridethewave@toweronline.org, eco-fit@toweronline.org |
| Event Date |
| 9/12 - Pre-race party at Beachwalk, 9/13 Eco-Fit Challenge |
| Event Time |
| 9/12 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (pre-race party), 9/13 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Eco-Fit Challenge, Party afterwards until ? |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| Pre-registration encouraged, but registration on day from 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. |
| Recommended Attire |
| Attire appropriate for sport participating in (Volleyball, Paddling, Running) |
| Location |
| Michigan City Washington Park, Trail Creek & Lake Michigan |
| Target Audience |
| Individuals and teams from schools, businesses, & other organizations of all ages |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
| Encourage & promote personal wellness; promote the environment & eco-friendly activities, support education in the Michigan City area |
| Additional Information |
| In addition to the individual competive and non-competitive events, several area businesses, universities, and other organizations are entering the team competions. For additional information on this & other Eco-Fit related news, see www.toweronline.org/eco-fit |
| Event Name |
| Annual Hike and Fall Dinner |
| Event Description |
| Save the Dunes Annual Fall Hike- Join Save the Dunes members as we hike the new Portage Lakefront Park. The new 60- acre park is part of the Indiana Dunes Lakeshore and is part of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. It is the first project to implement Congressman's Visclosky's Marquette Plan vision.Following the hike will be the Annual Fall Dinner with key note speaker Constantine (Costa) Dillon Superintendent , Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. We will also have the Presentation of the Paul Douglas Award along with the Presentation of the Save the Dunes Council Presidential Award. |
| Event Sponsor |
| Save the Dunes Council |
| Contact Person |
| Anita Seidelman |
| Contact Information |
| anita@savedunes.org |
| Event Date |
| 9/14/2008 |
| Event Time |
| 9:00 AM -11AM Hike 12:00 - PM Dinner and program Following |
| Registration Required - Yes/No |
| Yes |
| Recommended Attire |
| Weather appropriate clothing - casual. |
| Location |
| Hike- Portage Lakefront Park - Dinner and Program at Marquette Park Pavilion Gary, IN |
| Target Audience |
| Public |
| Event Learning Objective(s) - measure of success |
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| Additional Information |
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| Event Name |
| Adopt-A-Beach |
| Event Description |
| The Great Lakes are home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world! It's our responsibility to ensure their health. Join thousands of volunteers for the September Adopt-a-Beach event Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. |
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| Event Date |
| Saturday September 20th |
| Event Time |
| (Dates and times may vary based on location.) |
| Additional Information |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes |
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